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== Summary ==
After the victory at the [[Battle of Koonch]], [[Hugh Rose|Sir Hugh Rose]] advanced towards [[Kalpi]]. The rebels under [[Rani Lakshmibai]], reinforced by Rao Sahib (nephew of Nana Sahib) and the Rajah of Banda, attacked the British across deep ravines in 40° heat south east of the town. They were forced to retreat however and the town and fort , which were found deserted, were overrunand looted.
== External Link links ==
[http://www.oxforddnb.com/index/101024093/ Gen Sir Hugh Rose] Oxford Dictionary of National Biography<br>
